FSIS Test

Question 1

What does FSIS stand for?
a) Food Safety and Inspection Service
b) Food Standards and Inspection System
c) Food Science and Inspection Service
d) Food Security and Inspection Service

Answer 1

a) Food Safety and Inspection Service

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of the FSIS, as outlined on their website?
a) Ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products
b) Conducting research on foodborne pathogens
c) Regulating labeling of food products
d) Investigating outbreaks of foodborne illnesses

Answer 2

c) Regulating labeling of food products

Question 3

True or False:
FSIS regulates the inspection of seafood products in the United States.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum internal temperature for cooking ground beef and pork, according to FSIS guidelines?
a) 145°F
b) 160°F
c) 165°F
d) 180°F

Answer 4

b) 160°F

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Food Safety Education section on the FSIS website?
a) To provide information on food safety recalls
b) To offer resources for consumers to learn about safe food handling practices
c) To promote the consumption of raw meat products
d) To educate food industry professionals on food safety regulations

Answer 5

b) To offer resources for consumers to learn about safe food handling practices

Question 6

Which of the following is a common symptom of foodborne illness?
a) Headache
b) Muscle soreness
c) Decreased appetite
d) All of the above

Answer 6

d) All of the above

Question 7

What is the recommended method for safely thawing frozen meat, poultry, and seafood, according to FSIS?
a) On the kitchen counter at room temperature
b) In cold water
c) In the refrigerator
d) In the microwave on the defrost setting

Answer 7

c) In the refrigerator

Question 8

True or False:
FSIS recommends rinsing raw meat and poultry before cooking to remove bacteria.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the purpose of the “Ask Karen” feature on the FSIS website?
a) To provide cooking tips and recipes
b) To allow consumers to ask questions about food safety
c) To report suspected cases of foodborne illness
d) To request food safety inspection reports for restaurants

Answer 9

b) To allow consumers to ask questions about food safety

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for preventing cross-contamination in the kitchen, according to FSIS guidelines?
a) Using separate cutting boards for raw meat and produce
b) Washing hands thoroughly after handling raw meat
c) Storing raw meat above ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator
d) Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen surfaces regularly

Answer 10

c) Storing raw meat above ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator

Question 11

What are the “Danger Zone” temperatures for food, according to FSIS?
a) Below 40°F and above 140°F
b) Below 32°F and above 160°F
c) Below 45°F and above 150°F
d) Below 35°F and above 145°F

Answer 11

a) Below 40°F and above 140°F

Question 12

True or False:
FSIS recommends letting cooked food sit out at room temperature for several hours before refrigerating it.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What is the recommended minimum internal temperature for cooking poultry, according to FSIS guidelines?
a) 145°F
b) 155°F
c) 165°F
d) 175°F

Answer 13

c) 165°F

Question 14

What should you do if you suspect that a food product is contaminated or causing illness, according to FSIS?
a) Share it with friends and family
b) Dispose of it immediately
c) Store it in the freezer for further testing
d) Call the manufacturer and ask for a refund

Answer 14

b) Dispose of it immediately

Question 15

What is the primary cause of foodborne illness outbreaks related to fresh produce, according to FSIS?
a) Improper storage temperature
b) Cross-contamination
c) Inadequate washing
d) Undercooking

Answer 15

c) Inadequate washing

Question 16

True or False:
FSIS recommends using the “sniff test” to determine if food is safe to eat after it has been left out at room temperature for several hours.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What is the purpose of the USDA Grading system for meat and poultry products, as described by FSIS?
a) To determine the nutritional value of the products
b) To assess the tenderness and juiciness of the products
c) To indicate the safety of the products
d) To identify the country of origin of the products

Answer 17

b) To assess the tenderness and juiciness of the products

Question 18

How often does FSIS inspect meat and poultry processing plants?
a) Daily
b) Weekly
c) Monthly
d) Annually

Answer 18

a) Daily

Question 19

True or False:
FSIS requires food manufacturers to list all ingredients on the product label, including potential allergens.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

What is the recommended shelf life for refrigerated leftovers, according to FSIS?
a) 1-2 days
b) 3-4 days
c) 5-7 days
d) 8-10 days

Answer 20

b) 3-4 days

Question 21

What is the recommended method for extinguishing a grease fire in the kitchen, according to FSIS?
a) Smothering the fire with a damp cloth
b) Pouring water on the fire
c) Using a fire extinguisher
d) Ignoring the fire and leaving the kitchen

Answer 21

c) Using a fire extinguisher

Question 22

What is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States, according to FSIS?
a) Norovirus
b) Salmonella
c) E. coli
d) Listeria

Answer 22

b) Salmonella

Question 23

True or False:
FSIS recommends using bleach as a sanitizer for kitchen surfaces.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What is the purpose of the Food Safety Alerts and Food Recall Information section on the FSIS website?
a) To provide information on food safety inspections
b) To inform consumers about recent outbreaks of foodborne illnesses
c) To offer resources for food industry professionals
d) To share tips for safe food storage

Answer 24

b) To inform consumers about recent outbreaks of foodborne illnesses

Question 25

What should you do if you discover that you have consumed a recalled food product, according to FSIS?
a) Wait to see if you develop symptoms
b) Call your doctor immediately
c) Report it to FSIS and follow their recommendations
d) Share the information with friends and family

Answer 25

c) Report it to FSIS and follow their recommendations